Lake County Gazette

City of Lake Forest City Council met Sept. 5

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Oct 31, 2023

City of Lake Forest City Council met Tuesday, Sept. 5

City of Highland Park Housing Commission met October 4

By Corazon L. Gonzales | Oct 31, 2023

City of Highland Park Housing Commission met 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, October 4.

City of Highland Park Plan and Design Commission met Oct. 3

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Oct 31, 2023

City of Highland Park Plan and Design Commission met Tuesday, Oct. 3

Representative Tom Weber's Staff to Hold Traveling Office Hours in Lindenhurst

By Lake County Gazette | Oct 30, 2023

Representative Tom Weber's staff will be holding traveling office hours in Lindenhurst on Wednesday, November 1, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. The event will take place at the Lake Villa Library located at 140 N Munn Rd, Lindenhurst, IL 60046.During the office hours, constituents will have the opportunity to meet with Representative Weber's staff and get their questions answered or receive assistance with state issues, programs, and services. Walk-ins are encouraged, and no appointment is necessary.In a statement, Representative Weber emphasized the importance of providing...

From McHenry Times

Evans: ‘People all over Illinois will experience higher prices of utilities starting next year’

By McHenry Times | 1 year ago

Jerry Evans, the Republican candidate for the 11th Congressional District, is speaking out against the recommended increase in natural gas prices by state officials in Illinois. Evans argues that such a move would impose additional financial burdens on residents and calls for lower gas taxes to alleviate the economic strain on families.

Lake County Law and Judicial Committee met Oct. 3

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Oct 30, 2023

Lake County Law and Judicial Committee met Tuesday, Oct. 3

City of North Chicago City Council met Oct. 2

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Oct 30, 2023

City of North Chicago City Council met Monday, Oct. 2

Vernon Hills residents paid 39th-largest sum in sales taxes in Illinois during July

By Lake County Gazette | Oct 29, 2023

Vernon Hills residents paid $2 million in sales taxes, the 39th highest total paid per municipality in July.

Rondout School District 72's enrollment rank increases during 2021-22 school year

By Lake County Gazette | Oct 29, 2023

Rondout School District 72 welcomed 136 students in the 2021-22 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

Which former Lake County Gazette area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Oct. 30?

By Lake County Gazette | Oct 28, 2023

These former Lake County Gazette area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Oct. 30.

Village of Mundelein lets 20 homeowners keep chickens

By Lake County Gazette | Oct 28, 2023

Twenty Village of Mundelein residences will be able to keep chickens on their single-family residential property starting in 2024, according to a press release posted on the Village of Mundelein website. The new ordinance, called the Keeping of Chicken Ordinance, aims to ensure that the initiative is humane for the chickens and not disruptive to neighbors. (Source)

Lake County Gazette area weekly mass times

By Lake County Gazette | Oct 28, 2023

The following parishes in the Lake County Gazette coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

Ryders Lane homeowners want permission to build addition within setbacks

By Lake County Gazette | Oct 28, 2023

Property owners at 1760 Ryders Lane in Highland Park are seeking permission from the Zoning Board of Appeals to build an addition to their home that would encroach upon setbacks and building lines. Trent and Jennifer Niederberger are requesting approval for the construction of an addition that would replace their existing patio. The addition would encroach into the front yard setback and the subdivision build line by almost 34 feet on the north property line. The proposed addition would be 356 square feet in size, replacing the current 681-square-foot patio. The home, which...

CPAH rehabilitated, sold house in Highland Park

By Lake County Gazette | Oct 28, 2023

Community Partners for Affordable Housing (CPAH) will update the Highland Park Housing Commission on its work in the city over the past quarter, highlighting rehabilitation, sales, and inclusionary housing. The update was part of CPAH's quarterly report that accompanied its $21,875 draw-down request to cover the period from July 1 through Sept. 30, according to a letter from CPAH President Rob Anthony attached to the Highland Park Housing Commission's Nov. 1 agenda. (

City of Lake Forest will launch a six-month pilot project where Bank Lane will be limited to one-way traffic southbound between Deerpath and Illinois Road.

By Lake County Gazette | Oct 28, 2023

Lake Forest will launch a six-month pilot project where Bank Lane will be limited to one-way traffic southbound between Deerpath and Illinois Road. The decision was made by the Lake Forest City Council as part of an effort to enhance the overall experience and unique character of Bank Lane.

Bannockburn School District 106 ranks 805th in enrollment with 153 students during 2021-22 school year

By Lake County Gazette | Oct 28, 2023

Bannockburn School District 106 welcomed 153 students in the 2021-22 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

Home sales in Lake County in week ending Oct. 21

By Lake County Gazette | Oct 28, 2023

There were 150 reported residential sales in Lake County in the week ending Oct. 21, according to BlockShopper.com.

Grass Lake School District 36 enrollment numbers in bottom 50% among Illinois districts during 2021-22 school year

By Lake County Gazette | Oct 27, 2023

Grass Lake School District 36 welcomed 174 students in the 2021-22 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

Stay Safe on Halloween with these Trick or Treating Safety Tips

By Lake County Gazette | Oct 27, 2023

As Halloween approaches, it's important to prioritize the safety of children while they go trick or treating. With costumes, candy, and excitement, it's easy to forget about potential hazards. To ensure a fun and secure Halloween experience, here are some essential trick or treating safety tips:First and foremost, it is crucial to enhance visibility. One effective way to do this is by using reflective tape or stickers on costumes, shoes, candy bags, strollers, or wagons. This simple addition can make a significant difference in ensuring that children are visible to...

Illinois lawmakers need to stop working against small business owners

By Yianni Manousaridis | Oct 27, 2023

Lawmakers in Springfield should reassess some of their recent legislation that creates an unprofitable environment for small business owners.